CAN-AM Ryker Complaints

76 consumer complaints on file.

#11518274April 21, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
Antifreeze ia leaking from the radiator reservoir tank (seam) ,and cap
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11513037March 21, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On left hand turns only, even at lower speeds, the VSS system is kicking in, preventing safe control of the vehicle, was almost rear ended today when my vehicle refused to accelerate out of a left hand curve, speeding rating curve was 20mph, I was doing 10mph. This occurs frequently to varying degrees on a regular basis, always on left hand turns only. It's never happened on a right hand trun or curve.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11507140February 13, 2023
ENGINE, SUSPENSION, SERVICE BRAKES
I had a VSS Fault and engine power cut off while coming in a left turn. Rear tire became wobbly and almost threw me off. Bike went to limp mode and slowed down. Had engine codes C006C and C0063 which are common problems with the steering and engine going to limp mode
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11500479January 6, 2023
STEERING, SUSPENSION, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I purchased my Ryker in June of 2022. Since my purchase I have been dealing with a death wobble in the front during left turns, a serious wobble in the rear during left turns, and continuous vss fault/Limp home mode failure. I reported the issue to the dealer and they attempted to correct the issue, but it has continued to fail. I contacted BRP the parent company, and they refused to respond. There have been 2 safety recalls and I am no longer feeling safe to ride the vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11499919January 3, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
i was told that my ryker was safe to drive in to have the recall work completed and then my vehichle quit working because of the damage to the vehichle. i dont understand why the burdan to have my vehichle repaired is on me. I was told that thier roadside assistance would only cover a small percentage of the cost to have the vehichle towed and i would owe $745 just to get my vehichle to the dealer. If there is a known risk for the vehichle part to malfunction and lose power and not be able to start, then how is this considered safe to drive 100+ miles to the nearest dealer? The vehichle should have been immediately hauled in at the manufacturers expense to have the work done instead of leaving me stranded now without a means of transortation to get to work.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11492029November 2, 2022
STEERING, SUSPENSION
When making left hand turns under load, right wheel starts to slip, tuck, traction control kicks on, rear wheel starts modulating power with breaking, and then the right front wheel gains traction. this is a cycle and occurs every time I make a left and turn. This process occurs very quickly. Close to 1 time per second while making the left hand turn. It destabilizes the machine and causes partial loss of steering control. These symptoms are not replicated on the left front wheel when making right hand turns. Air pressure is correct on all tires. No loos suspension components noted. As mentioned, this occurs during every sweeping left hand turn.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11488881October 11, 2022
SUSPENSION, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I got a VSS fault code (C0063) that sent my Ryker into a limp home mode which greatly reduced the speed at which I could travel. This code indicates a problem reported from the yaw sensor. Had I been on an Interstate highway, this could have possibly been a serious situation. I was about 10 miles from home but made it home safely. This fault code seems to be a recurring problem to many Ryker owners and I feel that BRP should either make a new sensor, eliminate it completely or look at the overall design of the vehicle to possibly discover a flaw in the frame, etc. This code can only be removed by taking the vehicle to a reputable dealer that has the proper equipment to do it and unfortunately these dealers are few and far between. The closest one to me is 50 miles.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11488776October 11, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES, STEERING, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
I have a 2021 Can Am Ryker Rally. At approximately 3,000 miles I noted that when in a left turn the rear tire beings to wobble back and forth. During this time the throttle becomes unresponsive and reduces power. Example, I can be in a gradual left turn going 40 PMH and when the wobble begins, it will drop the speed to around 25 MPH. When I come out of the turn, power returns and the bike return to normal. During this transition, you have to be ready for this as it can be very unexpected as you are fighting the handlebars to go left. During each event I don’t get a fault code. I’ve been living with it as I figured that was just how the Ryker was. However, I had someone following me recently and they witnessed it and commented that something was not normal. So, I called dealers and Can Am. No one had heard of what I was describing. I began to look into it and noted that it might be a yaw rate sensor problem. Took it to a dealer where they said there was no fault code so they couldn’t do anything. I suggested resetting the Yaw Rate Sensor, which they did. About 10 miles from the dealership on I 81 in the passing lane, going uphill with a semi behind me and 2 to the right, the bike went into Limp Home Mode. The speed roller back unexpectedly. With a lot of arm waving and kind truck drivers, they let me in so I could get off at the exit. Drove it back to the dealer where they noted a Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) fault. Ride back home was uneventful until I was exiting I81 South and getting on I 64 East which is a gradual left turn. I was 2/3 into the turn with no issues so I was happy that it looked like it was fixed. Then the back brake locked up for a split second which startled me and to keep it into the turn I had to correct with the handlebars. Quite frankly, I almost lost control of the bike. My Ryker is parked and will not move again till I get an appropriate repair from Can Am as it is not safe.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11488708October 10, 2022
STEERING, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Rear uncontrollable shaking, swaying on slow low 40mph gradual cornering. Caused VSS Limp mode fault. Codes C0063 and C006C. Almost lost control of the Ryker, Seems traction control or the yaw sensor is intermittently active when cornering. This time it went into limp mode.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11487072September 29, 2022
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2022 Can-Am RD Ryker. The contact stated that while the vehicle was stationary, the key used to lock the gear shifter had popped out of position which caused the vehicle to crash into his neighbor's two parked vehicles. The contact was not injured and did not seek medical assistance. A police report was not filed. The contact notified the manufacturer and a complaint was filed. The contact was instructed to return the vehicle to the dealer; however, since the return of the vehicle, the contact had yet to hear a response. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 500.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11484906September 16, 2022
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE
This motorcycle continues to go into "Limp Mode". This has happened now two times with no explanation from the manufacture as to why. The bike will lose engine power and immediately drop to speeds no higher than 55mph. This was advised to dealer and they were very familiar with this, and initially told me the repairs were denied by BRP, but that they covered the issue and fixed it. Less than 1 week later, the same thing happened. The check engine light comes on and the gauges read VSS Fault, Limp Mode. This is very unsafe as there is no explanation as to why this happens and engine power is loss at any given moment. I fear riding the bike on the freeway at high speeds and this happening and potentially causing me to be hit by another vehicle from the immediate loss of power. This is a well known issue and I don't feel this bike is safe for the road.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11483960September 12, 2022
STEERING
The contact owns a 2022 Cam-Am Ryker. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V503000 (Steering) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11483155September 6, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES
Hello On Saturday August 27th 2022 I was driving west on Route 30 in Mattson IL, when I observe smoke coming from the front of my bike. After driving pass a traffic light, I pull over to the right the road and tried to stop my bike applied the brakes and the paddle went straight to the floor. The bike would not stop and I hit the curb. Thankfully I was not injured doing this incident. I’ m report this possible deadly incident because after speaking with some Master Mechanics whom diagnose the problem as the brake line completely dethatched from the compression fitting secured to brake assembly. They indicated to me the brake line dethatched from a new 2022 bike with low miles is highly unusual and most likely a manufactured defect. Thank you. Greg Shade (708) 370-1423
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11482368September 1, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I was riding my Ryker 900 as I approach the traffic light the handlebar started to move forward, I pulled into a gas station to lock it in place but it wouldn't lock, in order to drive home I had to grip the handlebars tight pull towards my body to keep it steady.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11481838August 29, 2022
STEERING
The contact owns a 2022 Can-Am Ryker. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph and making a right turn, the steering failed and the tricycle would not turn to cause the tricycle to crash into a parked vehicle. During the crash, the rider was thrown forward over the handlebars slamming into a concrete pillar. The contact sustained a fractured finger, and injured back and right leg. No medical treatment was performed. No police report was taken. The tricycle was destroyed a towed back to the dealer. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure listed in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V503000 (Steering). The failure mileage was 15.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11479047August 12, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel pump went it in the middle of riding randomly. Only has 1300 miles on it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11477010August 1, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
When you riding the bike for a certain amount of time, it cuts of or when you cut it off it don't start back up. It's very dangerous for you to be riding and the bike just shuts down. Then you have to.let the bike sit for an hour until the fuel pump cools off then it will start up again and drive normal. But the same thing happens again this my 3rd time this has happened to me.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11475922July 26, 2022
STEERING, STRUCTURE:BODY, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:FLASHER UNIT
The contact owns a 2022 CAN-AM Ryker. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed in a severe thunderstorm, he attempted to engage the turn signals to notify other drivers that he was switching lanes however, he discovered that the motorcycle had no turn signals. The dealer was notified and informed the contact that the Year, Make, and Model of the motorcycle manufactured to be sold in the USA were designed without turn signals. The contact also stated that the exhaust of the motorcycle burnt his legs since there was no heat guard installed on the motorcycle. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact the motorcycle was not designed to be driven for long distances. The contact stated there were no screws between the wheels and the vendor. The contact stated that while driving in the rain, he had to reduce his speed to approximately 20 MPH, to prevent the motorcycle from losing traction control. Additionally, the glove box would become extremely hot while riding presenting a concern that important documents inside might become damaged by the heat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a recall repair however, the motorcycle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 1,400.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11474916July 20, 2022
STEERING
During a turn the handlebars became loose during steering. While steering the handlebars twisted counter clockwise (this was a left hand turn) approximately 30 degrees. After pulling them back into place, they were still approximately 3 degrees off center. This happened before the bike had even 200 miles on it. My safety was put at risk by not having full steering capabilities. I took the vehicle to the dealer, and they realigned and tightened the bolt down. There were no warning lamps, or indicators of any electrical or mechanical nature to indicate a bolt was loose.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11474724July 19, 2022
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BRP's Vehicle Stability System (VSS) engages randomly on left turns, cutting engine power, applying braking, and temporary stalling around curves at normal driving speeds. This situation is a serious driving hazard as may suddenly jerk erratically, causing temporary loss of control of vehicile. This has happened on several occassions, and is a known problem to BRP. Ryker will lose power during a turn, causing vehicles behind to brake to avoid a collision, the bike will jerk and shake erratically, as brakes are being applied, then lunges forward when the VSS system disengages and normal power is restored. I almost got rear-ended by a large truck. This Ryker is NOT safe to drive. Has been taking to the dealer five times to try and fix the problem but so far it persists. Dealer clamis that Can-Am (BRP) has not been very helpful in resovling problem. This is a design or manufacturing flaw that needs to be fixed in the VSS system.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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